Apprenticeship in Digital Marketing Coordination

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 67,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive stipend

Hybrid work model

Hands-on mentorship

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane offers a Digital Marketing Coordination Apprenticeship with a hybrid model, combining in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility. You will gain hands-on experience across social media, SEO, content marketing, and email campaigns under experienced marketing professionals.

This role is ideal for creative, analytical individuals eager to learn and contribute to successful digital strategies within a supportive growth-focused agency.

Qualifications

• Interest in digital marketing and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset with attention to detail.
• Basic understanding of social media concepts and digital marketing.
• Familiarity with content creation tools is a plus.
• Ability to work in a team and adapt to a hybrid schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist in creating and scheduling social media content across platforms.
• Support execution of digital marketing campaigns (email, paid ads).
• Conduct keyword research and SEO optimization tasks.
• Monitor engagement and respond to comments/messages.
• Help track and report campaign performance using analytics tools.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with team on new ideas and strategies.
• Contribute to website content updates and blog posts.

Job description

About the Role

About the Role Our client, an innovative marketing agency located in Polokwane , is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join their Digital Marketing Coordination Apprenticeship. This is a prime opportunity for those passionate about online engagement, content creation, and campaign management. You will gain hands‑on experience across various digital marketing channels, including social media, SEO, content marketing, and email campaigns, working under the guidance of experienced marketing professionals. This role operates on a hybrid model, offering a balance between in-office collaboration and remote work flexibility. We are looking for creative, analytical thinkers who are eager to learn and contribute to successful digital strategies. The Polokwane location provides a dynamic environment to develop your marketing career. Our client is dedicated to fostering talent and offering a supportive platform for professional growth in the exciting field of digital marketing.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the creation and scheduling of social media content across various platforms.
• Support the execution of digital marketing campaigns (e.g., email, paid advertising).
• Conduct keyword research and assist with SEO optimization tasks.
• Monitor social media engagement and respond to comments and messages.
• Help track and report on campaign performance using analytics tools.
• Conduct market research and competitor analysis.
• Collaborate with the marketing team on brainstorming new ideas and strategies.
• Contribute to website content updates and blog post creation.

Requirements

• A strong interest in digital marketing and online trends.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Creative mindset with an eye for detail.
• Basic understanding of social media platforms and digital marketing concepts.
• Familiarity with content creation tools is a plus.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and adapt to a hybrid work schedule.
• Must be legally eligible to work in South Africa.
• Residency in or near Polokwane is beneficial for the hybrid model.
• A tertiary qualification in Marketing, Communications, or a related field is preferred.

Benefits

• Competitive apprenticeship stipend.
• Hands‑on training and mentorship in digital marketing best practices.
• Exposure to a wide range of digital marketing tools and platforms.
• Opportunities to work on diverse client campaigns.
• Collaborative team environment in Polokwane with hybrid flexibility.
• Potential for career advancement within the marketing agency.